The Ruin of a Rake by Cat Sebastian Book Review

Need some romance in your life?



The Ruin of a Rake by Cat Sebastian

Released July 2017

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Source:  Library Borrow
Rogue. Libertine. Rake. Lord Courtenay has been called many things and has never much cared. But after the publication of a salacious novel supposedly based on his exploits, he finds himself shunned from society. Unable to see his nephew, he is willing to do anything to improve his reputation, even if that means spending time with the most proper man in London. Julian Medlock has spent years becoming the epitome of correct behavior. As far as he cares, if Courtenay finds himself in hot water, it's his own fault for behaving so badly-and being so blasted irresistible. But when Julian's sister asks him to rehabilitate Courtenay's image, Julian is forced to spend time with the man he loathes-and lusts after-most. As Courtenay begins to yearn for a love he fears he doesn't deserve, Julian starts to understand how desire can drive a man to abandon all sense of propriety. But he has secrets he's determined to keep, because if the truth came out, it would ruin everyone he loves. Together, they must decide what they're willing to risk for love.

My 2 Cents For Free!

Now this is how one does a romance. I nearly fell into deep despair after recently attempting to finish another (not by this author) that had amazing reviews and fell so flat for me that I wanted to weep. I know I sound dramatic but I feared I was over romances forever and that made me feel ugh and burned out. Romances are my palate cleanser between dark and devastating horror novels and without them I'm not sure how long I'd continue to be drawn to books. Any books, if I'm being completely honest. But it wasn't me. It was the book. Phew. Now you'll have to continue reading my shoddy reviews for a bit longer, haha.

I listened to The Ruin of A Rake on audio and I didn't take any notes because I just wanted to enjoy the experience so I have no quotes or nothing much to say other than that if you love a romance between two very different people who make each other better people when they're together I think you're going to fall in love with this story. As I mentioned in my earlier update, I didn't realize this was book #3 in a series when I requested it from Overdrive but don't let that stop you. I never felt out of the loop or info. dumped upon. Knowing this is a mid series book makes me desperately want to search out the others but they are not necessary for you to adore this one.

Five stars for a most excellent story. I can't wait to read more by this author who has restored my faith in the romance genre.

5 out of 5



Comments

  1. Yasssss! I love her romances! Super swoony, emotional and romantic. I haven't read this one yet though.

    Karen @ For What It's worth

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    1. You need to get on this one! It's so good! I can't wait to read her other stuff now.

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  2. Ohh I don't think I've read too many M/M romance from the regency era -- maybe not even a single one. Lol. Definitely interested in this series!

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    1. This one was very well written. I have no complaints, for a change!

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  3. Cheers for the 5-star romance! Glad they're not obsolete. :)

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  4. Ooh tempting! I do love a good romantic pallet cleanser😁

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  5. great review. i think you said all the important things and i know what you mean about just wanting to enjoy the experience. happy reading
    sherry @ fundinmental

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    1. Thanks, Sherry! Sometimes I make reading too much of a job and I already have one of those, haha

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  6. You've got me in the mood for some romance. This has all the makings of a great movie, doesn't it!

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